An Afromodernism festival at the New York Philharmonic shines a light on Black artists, who are vastly underrepresented in classical music.
Category: International Contemporary Ensemble
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Courtney Bryan’s Music Brings It All Together
A recent recipient of the MacArthur “genius” grant, this pianist and composer fuses different styles for a sound that is entirely her own.
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Claire Chase Is Changing How People Think of the Flute
She is marking her 24-year effort to expand the instrument’s repertoire with performances, including a Carnegie Hall series, as well as a box set and a new fellowship.
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Review: A Contemporary Music Group’s Next Era Begins
The New York Times – Music:George E. Lewis’s tenure with the International Contemporary Ensemble began with a tribute to the multitalented artist Douglas R. Ewart.
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Review: Iranian Female Composers Speak Indirectly to the Moment
The New York Times – Music:Planned before anti-regime protests broke out in Iran, a concert centered on connectivity finds itself tied to the news of the day.